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Maelie

may-LEE

Maelie is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “Maelie is a feminine given name of French origin, a diminutive of Marie. Marie is the French form of Mary, which has uncertain origins but is often linked to the Hebrew 'Miriam,' meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious.'”. It currently ranks #2569 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginFrench

What Maelie Means

Maelie is a feminine given name of French origin, a diminutive of Marie. Marie is the French form of Mary, which has uncertain origins but is often linked to the Hebrew 'Miriam,' meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious.'

The Story of Maelie

Carrying the gentle echo of a beloved French name, Maelie feels like a sweet, melodic promise whispered just for your daughter.

Maelie is a feminine given name with French roots, often considered a charming diminutive of Marie. Marie itself is the French form of Mary, a name with uncertain but widely linked Hebrew origins, often associated with 'bitter' or 'rebellious,' yet popularly understood through its later, gentler interpretations as 'beloved' or 'star of the sea.'

The sound of 'Maelie' is like a soft melody, a tender lullaby you instinctively want to sing to your child. It evokes a sense of gentle affection and sweet charm. When you imagine calling this name across a park, it will sound like pure delight, a name that feels both intimate and full of grace.

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Numerology

7

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Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#69 in 2024

Total Births

628

First Recorded

2004

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